Friday, August 21, 2026

States

August 10, 2026

Court acquits unemployed man after complainant’s plea for release

Mr Ogbu was discharged and acquitted following an appeal by the complainant, Monday Haruna, on compassionate grounds.

LEGISLATIVE GAVEL
August 10, 2026

Woman drags ex-husband to Shari’a court over child custody

The judge adjourned the case to September 22 for ruling.

Courtroom
August 10, 2026

Ex-president Jonathan flags off N4.7 billion Bauchi park projects

He also inaugurated 18 completed township roads executed by the Bauchi State government.

Jonathan with Gov Bala Mohammed
August 10, 2026

Ogun police nab cleric over alleged N2.5 million scam

The suspect allegedly obtained approximately N2.5 million from 18 fellowship members under the pretence of organising a government-sponsored pilgrimage to Jerusalem.

police
August 10, 2026

Osun Poll: IPAC urges peaceful, credible governorship election

“The election must be a genuine contest of ideas, policies, programmes and popularity, while the freely expressed will of Osun people determines the outcome,” Mr Dantalle said.

Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC)
August 10, 2026

Woman arraigned for allegedly stealing 16 bags of rice

The court adjourned the case until September 2 for mention.

BAGS OF RICE used to illustrate the story
August 10, 2026

Edo: Gov Okpebholo appoints 4,800 special assistants, hails APC supporters

“We are taking the governance to the grassroots so that whatever is from the top will also go down to the bottom,” he said.

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo
August 10, 2026

ESUT suspends three law students for two years over examination malpractice

The suspension, which took effect from June 25, 2026, will run until June 24, 2028.

Enugu State University of Science and Technology
August 10, 2026

Gov Abiodun pays condolence visit to ex-finance minister Kemi Adeosun over husband’s death

The governor described Mr Adeosun as “a respected businessman and devoted Christian who lived a life of faith, service and commitment to his family.”

Kemi Adeosun and Dapo Abiodun
August 10, 2026

Lawmaker donates 200 dialysis consumables to MAUTH

Mr Salihu said the gesture was part of his humanitarian support, intended to help patients receive services at a subsidised rate, going beyond politics.

Modibbo Adama University Teaching Hospital